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Angami Public Organisation
File:Angami Public Organisation.svg
AbbreviationAPO
Founded8 April 1972; 54 years ago (1972-04-08)
HeadquartersKohima
Region served
Angami Region, India
Key people
Thejao Vihienuo
President
Motto: Right is Might

The Angami Public Organisation (APO) is a public organisation based in the Indian state of Nagaland. Headquartered in Kohima, it was established on 8 April 1972 and serves as the apex organisation of the Angami Nagas.[1][2]

The organisation often engages with government authorities and other tribal bodies on matters such as development, land rights and peace initiatives in the region.

History[edit | edit source]

Angami Public Organisation was founded on 8 April 1972 with Zapuvisie Lhousa as its first president.[3]

Member organisations[edit | edit source]

The Angami Public Organisation comprises several area-based public organisations representing different regions of the Angamis. These constituent bodies form the core structure of the APO and participate in its deliberations and decision-making. They are:[4]

Frontal organisations[edit | edit source]

The APO works in coordination with various frontal organisations which function as affiliated bodies and assist in addressing issues related to their respective groups. They are:[4]

  • Angami Gazetted Officers' Krotho
  • Angami Sports Association
  • Angami Students' Union
  • Angami Women Organisation
  • Angami Youth Organisation

Presidents[edit | edit source]

President

Tenure

Reference
Thejao Vihienuo 2024–Incumbent [5]
Razouvotuo Chatsu 2021–2024 [6]
Kepelhusie Terhüja 2018–2021 [7]
Vilhusa Seleyi 2015–2018 [8]
Keneingunyü Sekhose 2011–2015 [9]
Kekhriengulie Linyü 2008–2011 [10]
Mhiesizokho Zinyü 2005–2008 [11]
Vipose Zao 2002–2005 [12]
Kewhilhou Miachieo 1999–2002
Neidilie Kuotsu 1997–1999
Krurovi Peseyie 1996–1997 [13]
Abi Yalie 1992–1996 [14]
Zaku Zachariah Tsükrü 1990–1992
Kerisal Kenna-o 1988–1990
P. Vikuolie Pienyü 1987–1988
Joshua Kire 1984–1987
Thinuoselie Keyho 1980–1984
Setu Liegise 1975–1980
Zapuvisie Lhousa 1972–1975 [15]

See also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. Medolenuo, Ambrocia (6 April 2022). "Angami Public Organization to celebrate 50 yrs on April 8". East Mojo. Retrieved 7 July 2023.
  2. "Angami Public Organisation (APO) reaffirms Dec 2016 resolution on ULB polls". Nagaland Post. 19 March 2023. Retrieved 7 July 2023.
  3. "Angami Public Organisation celebrates golden jubilee". Nagaland Page. 8 April 2022. Retrieved 7 July 2023.
  4. 4.0 4.1 "APO deliberates with frontal organizations". The Morung Express. 10 September 2012. Retrieved 20 March 2026.
  5. "Angami Public Organization inducts new executives". The Morung Express. 1 August 2024. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
  6. "CM RIO GRACES APO GOLDEN JUBILEE". DIPR Nagaland. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
  7. "Angamis urged to uphold APO integrity". Eastern Mirror. 17 January 2018. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
  8. "AYO jubilee tembangba sentong nung Dr. Vilhusa-i lanurtem ayongzük". Tir Yimyim Nagaland. 7 November 2016. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
  9. "APO new office bearers elected". The Morung Express. 12 December 2011. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
  10. "CM, APO, others condole demise of former APO president". Nagaland Post. 4 January 2026. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
  11. "Confrontation over Village name resolved". The Morung Express. 13 September 2005. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
  12. "CM, APO mourn demise of retired DIG V Zao". The Morung Express. 30 September 2022. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
  13. "President of Naga Club passes away". Eastern Mirror. 12 January 2021. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
  14. "Khwüno-Thevo, Viswe-Rachü reaffirm historic brotherhood". Nagaland Post. 1 March 2026. Retrieved 18 March 2026.
  15. "The old writer in Mezoma village". The Morung Express. 18 October 2017. Retrieved 18 March 2026.

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